Drakeford: Dealing with UK Government on quarantine rules an utterly shambolic experience

Wales First Minister 'disappointed' in UK Government's lack of communication

The First Minister of Wales has criticised Boris Johnson's Government for a lack of communication on how Britain moves together out of coronavirus lockdown. Mark Drakeford said there had been no discussions this week between representatives of the administrations in Cardiff and Westminster.

Wales reveals ‘traffic light’ lockdown exit plan

First Minister Mark Drakeford has revealed a “traffic light system” for Wales’ exit from the current coronavirus lockdown. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Garden centre queues amid minor changes to Wales' lockdown restrictions

People queue at a garden centre in Caerphilly, Wales, as minor changes to lockdown restriction begin across the country. First Minister Mark Drakeford announced on Friday that lockdown restrictions in the country would continue for a further three weeks, but minor adjustments could be made.

Nicola Sturgeon: UK policy on air bridges has been shambolic

The British Government’s decision-making on setting up air bridges has been “shambolic”, First Minster Nicola Sturgeon said.UK Transport Secretary Grant Shapps earlier revealed quarantine restrictions for people returning to or visiting England from destinations such as Spain, France, Italy and Germany will be lifted from July 10.But speaking during the Scottish Government’s coronavirus briefing, Ms Sturgeon criticised the “shifting sands” of the UK policy and a lack of consultation.

Security minister on track and trace system

Security Minister James Brokenshire explains the progress of the UK Government's track and trace system, which Prime Minister Boris Johnson says will be ready to roll out by June 1st. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Almost 20,000 care home residents have died with coronavirus – ONS

Almost 20,000 care home residents in England and Wales have died with coronavirus, the majority dying in their care home, official figures show.Death certificates for 19,394 residents mentioned “novel coronavirus” between March 2 and June 12, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said.

Wales keeps strict lockdown measures as England reopens

Despite low COVID-19 rates, Wales says harsher restrictions will remain in place because they are working.

William and Kate’s ‘bingo lingo’ not up to scratch, say players

Mandatory credit: Kensington Palace The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s attempt at being bingo callers during a virtual care home visit left something to be desired, according to residents and staff. The couple joined residents at the Shire Hall Care Home in Cardiff on Wednesday afternoon, via a video call, as the elderly played the popular game in the home’s cinema. Kate took charge of the bingo spinner at

Mark Drakeford on government’s new coronavirus slogan

Welsh first minister Mark Drakeford says there should be better discussions between London and Cardiff on easing lockdown measures after revealing he was not consulted on the British government’s new coronavirus slogan – but heard it for the first time on the radio. Report by Chinnianl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn